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How ValueAct may bring an amicable approach to help boost margins at this Japanese medical device company

How ValueAct may bring an amicable approach to help boost margins at this Japanese medical device company

ValueAct Capital has a stake in Nihon Kohden. The firm's approach with Olympus and JSR may give an indication of how ValueAct will move forward from here.

2 years ago
Global Competition Review:  Key FDI Trends

Global Competition Review: Key FDI Trends

Foreign Direct Investment | Jan 5, 2024 Growing Importance and Complexity of FDI Global Competition Review recently published their annual global overview of Key FDI Trends called "Foreign Direct Investment Regulation Guide - Third Edition" edited by Veronica Roberts provides a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape of foreign direct investment (FDI) regulation. FDI regulation


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2 years ago
Your loved ones may be eligible for a one-time Social Security payment when you die. Here’s what to know

Your loved ones may be eligible for a one-time Social Security payment when you die. Here’s what to know

Social Security retirement benefits provide guaranteed income for your lifetime. Here's how that money may benefit your family after you die.

2 years ago
Ethereum’s Market Dynamics and Outlook in 2024

Ethereum’s Market Dynamics and Outlook in 2024

Crypto | Jan 5, 2024 The outlook for Ethereum in 2024 is cautiously optimistic As we step into 2024, Ethereum is hitting some exciting milestones. The big switch to Proof of Stake (PoS) is not just a tech upgrade; it's a game-changer for being greener and more energy-efficient. And there's buzz about EIP-4844 – it's


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2 years ago
The Frontline of AI’s Copyright Law Battle in 2024

The Frontline of AI’s Copyright Law Battle in 2024

AI | Jan 5, 2024 A Legal Quagmire...Plowing Forward A recent article by Mark Masutani at Holland & Knight highlights a series of cases where the U.S. Copyright Office has consistently refused to grant copyrights to AI-generated works. In one notable instance, artist Ankit Sahni's attempt to register his AI-assisted artwork was rejected multiple times


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2 years ago
IRS tax bracket changes could mean your paycheck is slightly bigger in 2024. Here's why

IRS tax bracket changes could mean your paycheck is slightly bigger in 2024. Here's why

Your paycheck could be slightly bigger in 2024 due to inflation adjustments from the IRS. Here's what taxpayers need to know.

2 years ago
CAI’s Draft AI Framework for Human Rights

CAI’s Draft AI Framework for Human Rights

Regulation | Jan 5, 2023 CAI's Draft AI Framework to Ensure AI Systems Align With Human Rights and Democracy The Council of Europe's Committee on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) has made significant progress with its Draft Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law. Currently based on the outcomes of the


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2 years ago
Why workers' raises are smaller in 2024 — and may not go up from here

Why workers' raises are smaller in 2024 — and may not go up from here

U.S. companies are planning to reduce average pay increases for workers. But they're still higher than pre-pandemic levels.

2 years ago
Navigating Exit Strategies: IPOs, M&A, and Secondary Buy-Outs

Navigating Exit Strategies: IPOs, M&A, and Secondary Buy-Outs

Investing in the private market can offer opportunities to investors, but the journey can hinge on effectively navigating exit strategies. Understanding the nuances of various exit possibilities—such as IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and secondary buy-outs—can be important for investors seeking … Continue reading

2 years ago
Federal agency: Student loan company errors could 'pose serious risks' to borrowers, the economy

Federal agency: Student loan company errors could 'pose serious risks' to borrowers, the economy

The CFPB outlined recent errors by student loan servicers, and the U.S. Department of Education announced it would withhold payments to the companies.

2 years ago
Lynn Johannson, President of E2 Management Corporation and Catalyst for THE Collaboration Joins the National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada’s Advisory Group

Lynn Johannson, President of E2 Management Corporation and Catalyst for THE Collaboration Joins the National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada’s Advisory Group

NCFA Canada | Craig Asano | January 4, 2024 TORONTO, JAN 4, 2023 – The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada (NCFA) today announced that Lynn Johannson President of E2 Management Corporation and Catalyst for THE Collaboration, has joined the Association`s Advisory Group to advise on the areas of Sustainability and ESG. In a career that


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2 years ago
Blockchain Technology in Agribusiness: Enhancing Transparency and Traceability

Blockchain Technology in Agribusiness: Enhancing Transparency and Traceability

Jan 4, 2023 We are living in a world today that is becoming increasingly reliant on information technology, and the agricultural sector is not excluded. Global agribusinesses are undergoing a technological transformation, and with this, new challenges have arisen. Agricultural experts are looking for ways to address transparency and traceability, among other challenges, and blockchain


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2 years ago
High earners have a little-known option to boost 401(k) plan savings: It's 'the best place' to save more, expert says

High earners have a little-known option to boost 401(k) plan savings: It's 'the best place' to save more, expert says

If your goal is to save the most money possible in your 401(k) this year, these tips can help.

2 years ago
State-run 'auto-IRA' programs aim to close retirement savings gap

State-run 'auto-IRA' programs aim to close retirement savings gap

Seven states are enrolling workers in so-called auto-IRA programs to address a gap in 401(k) coverage and savings. More are scheduled to come on line.

2 years ago
Cliff Asness' AQR Absolute Return fund gains 18.5% in 2023, boosted by value picks

Cliff Asness' AQR Absolute Return fund gains 18.5% in 2023, boosted by value picks

Cliff Asness' longest running multistrategy fund at AQR Capital Management returned 18.5% last year, net of fees.

2 years ago